Colonization Plans and the Standin g Army Debate
Washington dispatch outlines government efforts to study Cuba Porto Rico and the Philippines for investment and cultural spread while noting limited colonization prospects. It discusses National Guard continuance against a permanent 100000 man army and recounts how General Scott was removed from command a century ago and placed on “waiting orders” at West Point.
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Washington
Cuba
Porto Rico
Philippines
United States
Alaska
Senate
National Guard
Army
Congress
Scott
Chandler
New Hampshire
Winfield Scott
Baltimore
General Butler
Massachusetts
Ben Butler
Relay House
Relay Station
General Scott
Butler
Lincoln
West Point
Navy
Heould
March Weather Predictions From Hicks Foresee Storms and Warm Spells
Weather pro Hicks outlines a March pattern with late February storms easing into cooler conditions, a warm spell and low barometer March 9 to 13 centered on the 11th, then periods of rain snow around the 15 18 and again near the 22 29. Expect cooler weather after storms and continued unsettled conditions through month end with notable lunar influences.
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Irl Hicks
Weather of a Week Ends March Second Observed
A tabulated weekly temperature report by observer Huycknda covers the week ending March 2 with a dash indicating below zero. The narrative then shifts to a testimonial praising Chamberlain's Cube Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy, credited to Mrs. F. E. Watson of Aiken Alabama, recommending it as best in the market.
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Huyck Handa
F. E. Watson
Aiken
Ala
L. O. Gale
Uncalled Letters at Mitchell Post Office February 27 1899
Advertise for remaining letters including Bradley Harry Bruyn Mrs Alice Dean Mr L F Gillitte Mr R H Gorgan John Yokes Mr Wm Callers asked to say advertised If not called in two weeks they will be sent to dead letter office H C Clark P M
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Mitchell
Bradley
Harry, Bruyn
Alice
Dean
L. F. Gillitte
R. H. Gorgan
John
Yokes
H. C. Clark
Governor Roosevelt Praised for Character and West Talks
Washington dispatch notes Governor Roosevelt of New York in the capital to discuss politics and the west. He extols character over popularity and recounts remarks with Senator Tillman and a Louisiana purchase banquet. The piece also covers Capitol remodeling plans, Senate eulogy by Senator Vest, and the era’s high turnover in Congress.
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West
Senate
Washington
Roosevelt
New York
Navy
Army
The
Rough Riders
Civil Service Commission
Navy Department
Santiago
San Juan Hill
Tillman
South Carolina
Vest
Merrill
Vermont
Great
Congress
House of Representatives
House
Arthur W. Dunn
Fire Department Officers Elected At Annual Meeting
The city volunteer fire department elected officers including Chief H. B. Adame and Asst Chief Geo. Colvin at its annual meeting on Wednesday night. Treasurer Geo. Like and Secretary Sigmund Schirmer were also chosen, with time keeper H. Carlson. Adame, a ten year member, praised for steady leadership, and the unit’s pay of 300 dollars yearly was noted. The report also highlights improved alarm location via telephone beams and references Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy recommended by a local merchant.
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Fire Department
H. B. Adame
Geo. Colvin
Sigmund Schirmer
Geo. Like
H. Carlson
C. W. Gillis
Adams
Kean Praised for Diligent Service by Body
The record commends Kean for facilitating work and earning the goodwill of every member, noting duties have been fulfilled more satisfactorily than ever. The statement emphasizes high esteem and effective performance in the position.
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Kean
Mitchell Man Wins Start in Business Despite Measles Test
George H. Rathman later became cashier of the Live Stock National Bank in Mitchell after starting with Wm. Van Eps of Sioux Falls in the 1870s. Van Eps recalled that he only hired youths who had had the measles, a criterion that impressed Mrs. Van Eps and led to a running joke about employing candidates who had proven illness.
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Mitchell
Geo. H. Rathman
Wm. van Eps
Sioux Falls
van Eps
Sioux City
Journal
Mr. Rathman
George H. Rathman
Live Stock National Bank
Mr. van Eps
The Paris Bill Poster and His Weatherproof Advertisements
The Paris bill poster is a picturesque figure who works in all weather. He rides a bicycle with a waterproof poster case and paste pot, wearing an umbrella covered in small ads. His entire route becomes a moving advertisement and he remains a adept street wheeler.
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Paris
New York
Boon That Is Alive and Snow Fleas That Hop
In northwest Canada during thaws millions of minute black insects appear, called snow fleas or snow lice, leaping a few inches before vanishing when it freezes again. They surge in large patches after thaw and resemble soot dust. The note compares them to Arctic red snow and mentions Russia’s population with many titled persons.
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Canada
Arctic
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Hicks
Darling March
Max
Din
Peeny Henge
Ates
Louisiana Purchase
Mississippi
Mississippi River
Theodore Roosevelt
Missouri River
North Dakota
Dakota
Heatwole
Minnesota
Capitol
Fire Department Meeting
Chamberlain
D. Ss. Mearkle
Mattie
Bedford County
Pierre
Aberdeen News
John H. Scriven
J. H. Scriven
Russia
Swift
B. P. McAllister
Harrodsburg
S.S.5
Swift Specific Company
Atlanta
Georgia
Capitalj
Capital Family
Egular Price
Special Farmers Institute
Pdea
Worth
F. D. Coburn
Kansas State Boarch of Agriculture
the Farmers’ Mutual Insurance Journal
the Humane Alliance
National Humane Alliance
Mitchell Capital
Davison County
Price
Mitchell Printing Co
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